Title: Blue on Cockle - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Blue on Cockle ## Photo gallery for Blue on Cockle ![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Living room - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/149e1474.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | View from room - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/45cda557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Terrace/patio - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/5fb64fc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/f8d3cc1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Living area - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/30f335d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Blue on Cockle provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Air conditioning - Laundry - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb. 20 - Feb. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb. 21 - Feb. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb. 20 - Feb. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 27 - Mar. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTownsville-Hotels-Blue-On-Cockle.h23243815.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTownsville-Hotels-Blue-On-Cockle.h23243815.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Picnic Bay, this vacation home is on the beach. Maritime Museum of Townsville and Cultural Centre Townsville are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Horseshoe Bay Markets and Fairfield Central Shopping Centre. ReefHQ and Strand Waterpark are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Picnic Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Picnic-Bay.dx6351564) [View more Vacation homes in Picnic Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Picnic-Bay-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6351564-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-19.17726%2C146.83144&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Y7x0l4hICj65hZcTaSr-edwFPn4=) Blue on Cockle, Cockle Bay, Cockle Bay, Picnic Bay, QLD, 4819 ### What's nearby - ![Magnetic Island National Park which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217248/482d0bcf-80e7-4789-887e-01861ffc02bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Magnetic Island National Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal featuring a bay or harbour, cruising and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217205/761a3cb3-5f89-41d8-9162-441fe50597bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal 36 min drive \- 15.6 km - ![North Queensland Stadium in Railway Estate a suburb of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998020096/df9f5ff0-66e4-47fc-8950-074e9ab2b51d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Queensland Country Bank Stadium 39 min drive \- 17.4 km - Magnetic Island Golf Course 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Picnic Bay Beach 6 min drive \- 1.0 km ### Getting around - Townsville, QLD (TSV) 73 min drive ### Restaurants - Tiny Palm Coffee 6 min drive - Terasu 42 min drive - Granite 7 min drive - Seagulls Restaurant 43 min drive - Ric's Woodfire Pizza 6 min drive ## About this property ### Blue on Cockle Property highlights Blue on Cockle provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Barbecue grills and an elevator Room features All guestrooms at Blue on Cockle include comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge) - Bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers - TVs with digital channels and DVD players - Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and kitchens ## Similar properties ![Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106030000/106022900/106022806/b0c11b8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Essex Court North Ward - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=106022806&PinnedHotelID=106022806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/574000/573930/ceb5751b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MainStay Suites Townsville South Townsville - Pool - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 441 reviews CA $262 CA $262 total includes taxes & fees Mar 13 - Mar 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=573930&PinnedHotelID=573930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=23243815&PinnedHotelID=23243815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=23243815,106022806,573930) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[Best of Magnetic, Shop 3, 147 - 153 Sooning St\] Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20 per night Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20 per night - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Blue Cockle House Picnic Bay Blue Cockle House Blue Cockle Picnic Bay Blue Cockle Blue on Cockle Picnic Bay Blue on Cockle Private vacation home Blue on Cockle Private vacation home Picnic Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Blue on Cockle pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Blue on Cockle? ### What time is check-out at Blue on Cockle? ### Where is Blue on Cockle located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Blue on Cockle Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon Aug 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort perfect location to relax, no need to go anywhere. Somewhat rustic, which just added to the charm. ##### Sharon Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019